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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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